UK secures return to EU Erasmus student exchange program
The United Kingdom is set to rejoin the European Union's Erasmus program in 2027, following its Brexit departure in 2021, a joint UK-EU statement confirmed on Wednesday.
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It has been less than a year since Donald Trump became president of the United States, and he has already turned the country upside down. In November, his administration released a new national security strategy that redefines the goals of US foreign policy.
· Carla Bleiker
Chinese University of Hong Kong to offer free autism test for 200 young children
University to launch pilot project in January using new technology that tests stool samples and provides results as quickly as one week later
· Themis Chen
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· Jasmine Payo
‘Big step forward’: UK rejoins Erasmus exchange programme in post-Brexit reset
After a five-year absence, the UK returns to the EU study abroad scheme, with 100,000 people estimated to benefit in the first year alone
· Agence France-Presse
Vietnamese woman’s death amid raid in South Korea spurs visa policy debate
The 25-year-old, who reportedly hid at a factory’s air-conditioning unit, was just two weeks into her illegal part-time job when she died
· SCMP’s Asia desk
Policy body urges China to confront economic challenges, confident of recovery
Official cites headwinds from imbalances between supply and demand, but says outlook is bright
· Sylvia Ma
Peking University keen to start research lab in Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis
City leader John Lee meets university’s party secretary on final day of duty visit to Beijing and shares plans to accelerate project’s development
· Edith Lin
Main opposition party weighs name change, alliance
I’m a staff reporter for The Korea Herald, covering national security and foreign policy across the Defense, Foreign and Unification Ministries, as well as the National Assembly. Before entering journalism, I served as an Air Force lieutenant, working as an interpreter and junior planner at the South Korea–US Combin…
· Hwang Joo-young
‘Invest in people’: how a new slogan signals a pivot in China’s economic policy
Beijing is expected to strengthen investment in welfare, pensions, education and other public services to unleash domestic demand, analysts say
· Frank Chen
Draft National Electricity Policy submitted to Energy Minister - DailyNews
The draft National Electricity Policy prepared in accordance with the Sri Lanka Electricity Act No. 14 of 2025 was submitted to Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody, by the committee appointed for the purpose.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Sri Sumangala and Lyceum secure wins - DailyNews
Sri Sumangala Central College and Lyceum International School Nugegoda secured victories in their Under-19 two-day inter-schools cricket fixtures yesterday.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Charles Sturt University brings world-class education opportunities to Sri Lanka - DailyNews
Charles Sturt University is expanding its international presence with a new campusin Sri Lanka, opening doors for students to access globally recognised Australian qualifications closer to home.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Curtin University Colombo launches programmes in data science and artificial intelligence - DailyNews
Curtin University Colombo introduced two pioneering programmes the Bachelor of Science in Data Science, specialising in Artificial Intelligence and the Master of Artificial Intelligence.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Samesh of Thelijjawila Central bags 9/7 - DailyNews
Samesh Thathsara, right arm off spinner of Thelijjawila Central College claimed 9 wickets for 7 runs against Anura Vidyalaya Matara in their first round fixture of the Under 13 division 3 inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and sponsored by Sri Lanka Cricket.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Schools in six provinces reopen - DailyNews
Schools in the Western, Southern, Northern, North Central, Eastern and Sabaragamuwa Provinces that were closed after Cyclone Ditwah were reopened for the second phase of the third term yesterday.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Artistic Practice Research Programme on 17 - DailyNews
The Graduate Studies Faculty of the Visual and Performing Arts University will launch the Artistic Practice Research Programme named “Creating Paths of Knowing” at Panibharatha Theater of the Faculty of Dance and Drama on December 17 at 2 pm.
· Gayan Abeykoon
EU drops 2035 combustion engine ban in victory for its carmakers
Europe pivots to bolstering its crisis-hit auto sector in a major green policy retreat
· Reuters
Poland arrests teen, alleging Christmas market attack plot
Polish authorities said on Tuesday that they had arrested a 19-year-old university student on suspicion of plotting an attack on a Christmas market and seeking contact with the self-styled "Islamic State" terrorist group.
· Mark Hallam
Hong Kong man arrested for allegedly driving school bus under influence of drugs
Police say 23-year-old driver failed a rapid drug test after reportedly driving erratically in Kai Tak with a pupil on board
· Connor Mycroft
Peshawar school massacre: Mothers turn grief to action
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PublishedDecember 16 2025
UP's Tanghal Tertulia recognized in 38th Aliw Awards
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Medical experts are pushing back on new US vaccine policy
Family doctors are probably the best place to obtain trusted, first-point information about vaccines and other medicines, say experts, amid a growing and public conflict between the Trump Administration's health agencies and professional, independent medical groups.
· Matthew Ward Agius
Draft National Electricity Policy submitted to Energy Minister - DailyNews
The draft National Electricity Policy prepared in accordance with the Sri Lanka Electricity Act No. 14 of 2025 was handed over to the Minister of Energy, Engineer Kumara Jayakody, by the committee appointed for that purpose.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
CDB completes 25 Smart Computer Labs nationwide, empowering over 10,000 students - DailyNews
CDB’s commitment to education, digital literacy and inclusive development at the heart of its Smart Computer Lab Project
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Hong Kong schools to get HK$500,000 each under AI education plan
Public primary and secondary schools interested are required to submit their application forms by February 2026
· William Yiu
Online classes and construction ban as toxic haze covers Delhi - DailyNews
Schools in Delhi and surrounding areas have moved classes online and construction has been banned as the Indian capital grapples with hazardous air quality.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Principals directed not to conduct third-term tests for Grades 6 to 10 - DailyNews
The Ministry of Education has announced that term tests will not be conducted for Grades 6 to 10 during the third school term of the 2025 academic year.
· Supuni Kulasinghe
Most schools will reopen today - DailyNews
Although schools will be reopened today (16) following the cyclone, provincial authorities have been given the opportunity to reopen their schools depending on the existing situation and facilities available, Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa said yesterday (15).
· Gayan Abeykoon
Colombian school bus falls off cliff killing at least 17, injuring 20 - DailyNews
At least 17 people, including students, were killed and 20 others injured after a school bus fell off a cliff in Northern Colombia on Sunday, authorities said.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Prelude to a national discourse - DailyNews
During a candid interview with Newsweek that took place last week, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake spoke about Sri Lanka’s need for climate finance for the country to adapt to the increasing intensity of climate related disasters and to be able to build resilience in vulnerable communities. Domestically, the coun…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Gurukula, St. Peter’s Negombo, Wadduwa CC record wins - DailyNews
Gurukula College Kelaniya, St. Peter’s College Negombo and Wadduwa Central College recorded wins against Lumbini College Colombo, Karanedeniya Central College and Nalanda Boys College Minuwangoda in their Under 19 two-day inter schools cricket fixtures conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association with sponsors…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Asgiri Mahanayaka Thera donates Rs. 1.75 Mn to flood-affected Undergraduates - DailyNews
The Most Venerable Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Mahanayaka Thera of the Asgiri Chapter, yesterday (15) donated Rs. 1.75 million to 350 students of the University of Peradeniya’s Faculty of Arts, whose educational materials were destroyed by floods and landslides.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Bangladesh to airlift injured uprising leader to Singapore after shooting
Attackers shot student leader Sharif Osman Hadi shortly after a date was announced for elections, following on from last year’s uprising
· Agence France-Presse
Schools reopening: Update from Education Ministry - DailyNews
The Ministry of Education announced that 147 schools affected by the recent disaster situation across the island will not reopen tomorrow (16).
· Thushan Jayasuriya
School bus accident in Colombia kills 17, injures 20 - DailyNews
Seventeen people were killed and 20 were injured after a bus carrying school children fell off a cliff in a rural area in northern Colombia, the local governor said on Sunday night.
· Thushan Jayasuriya
Tokyo spells out part position on Taiwan in bid to ease tension with Beijing
‘Regarding Taiwan, Japan’s fundamental policy is … in line with the 1972 Japan-China Joint Communique’: Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi
· Orange Wang
Hunt for Brown University shooter continues as police release detained man
Investigation going in a ‘different direction’ hours after an attack that left two students dead and nine injured
· Reuters
Police to release man detained over Brown University mass shooting
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· Mia Gonzalez
Mindful mechanica - DailyNews
Can man’s appetite for adventure ever be satisfied? I once knew a foolish little boy who spent his days chasing after magic, griffins and dragons, without attending to his studies at school—a serious bookworm! This was the stuff of fantasy and science fiction. But isn’t that the spirit of adventure? Philip of Macedo…
· Gayan Abeykoon
School IB economics: How China racked up a $1tn trade surplus
PublishedDecember 14 2025
Education should not be a burden to cyclone-hit children – PM - DailyNews
Prime Minister and Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that education should not be a burden to children during the recovery period after the disaster, and priority must be given to their psychosocial well-being. The Prime Minister emphasised that this approach…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Kesara of Sri Chandrasekara MV takes eight wickets for 25 runs - DailyNews
Kesara Malinga, left arm orthodox bowler of Sri Chandrasekara Maha Vidyalaya Horethuduwa claimed 8 wickets for 25 runs against Boswell International School Kalutara in their first round fixture of the Under 13 division three inter schools cricket tournament conducted by Sri Lanka Schools Cricket Association and spon…
· Gayan Abeykoon
MSTI Maritime Academy inaugurates advanced Full Mission Bridge Simulator - DailyNews
MSTI Maritime Academy, established in 1986 as Sri Lanka’s first privately owned maritime training school, has developed a distinguished legacy of over three decades in producing globally competent seafarers.
· Gayan Abeykoon
Education: The post-Ditwah scenario - DailyNews
The education sector has faced a great setback as a result of Cyclone Ditwah, which destroyed a number of school buildings but even more distressingly, literally washed away the hopes and dreams of many students. A number of students perished in landslides and floods while many houses were also destroyed, leaving ch…
· Gayan Abeykoon
Manhunt continues after two killed in shooting at Brown University in US - DailyNews
A manhunt is under way after two students were killed and nine other people were injured in a mass shooting at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island.
· Gayan Abeykoon
French farmers spray manure, block roads over cow ‘mass slaughter’ policy
Farmers in southern France are incensed by the government’s mandatory slaughter of herds to contain ‘lumpy skin disease’
· Agence France-Presse
Opinion | US is rewriting its China policy under national security strategy
For Beijing, that means less theatrical confrontation in Asia but more potential contestation in Latin America, supply chains and technology
· Jianxi Liu